Find out how popular the last name VonDohlen is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named VonDohlen.

VonDohlen, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the VonDohlen surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of VonDohlen in America

VonDohlen is the 77788th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The VonDohlen surname appeared 246 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname VonDohlen.

We can also compare 2010 data for VonDohlen to data from the previous census in 2000. The table below contains all of the statistics for both years in a side-by-side comparison.

The history of the last name VonDohlen

The surname VONDOHLEN has its origins in Germany, with the earliest recorded instances dating back to the 16th century. The name is believed to be derived from the German words "von" meaning "from" and "Dohlen," which refers to a small town or village in the region. This suggests that the surname was initially used to identify individuals who hailed from the settlement of Dohlen.

During the Middle Ages, it was common practice for individuals to adopt surnames based on their place of origin, occupation, or a distinguishing physical characteristic. The prefix "von" was often used by the nobility or landowners to signify their association with a particular location. As such, the surname VONDOHLEN may have initially been bestowed upon someone of higher social standing who owned land or held a position of authority in the area of Dohlen.

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name can be found in the parish records of the town of Dohlen itself, where a certain Johannes VONDOHLEN is listed as a resident in 1572. Another notable figure bearing the surname was Hans VONDOHLEN, a merchant and landowner who lived in the nearby city of Cologne during the late 16th century.

In the 17th century, the spelling of the name appears to have undergone some variations, with records showing instances of VONDHOLEN and VONDOHLEN. This was likely due to regional dialects and the inconsistencies in record-keeping practices of the time.

As families migrated and settled in different regions, the surname VONDOHLEN began to appear in other parts of Germany and neighboring countries. One notable bearer of the name was Friedrich VONDOHLEN, a scholar and theologian born in Saxony in 1722, who made significant contributions to the field of religious studies.

Another figure of historical significance was Wilhelmina VONDOHLEN, a philanthropist and social reformer from Bavaria, who lived from 1780 to 1856. She is remembered for her efforts in establishing schools and hospitals for the underprivileged in her community.

In the 19th century, the name VONDOHLEN gained further prominence with the birth of Heinrich VONDOHLEN (1834-1912), a renowned architect and urban planner who played a pivotal role in the development of several German cities, including Berlin and Hamburg.

While the surname VONDOHLEN is not among the most common in Germany today, it continues to carry a legacy that spans centuries, reflecting the rich tapestry of the country's history and cultural heritage.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name VonDohlen

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname VonDohlen.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for VonDohlen was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Since we have data from the previous census in 2000, we can also compare the values to see how the popularity of VonDohlen has changed in the 10 years between the two census surveys.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name VonDohlen was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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